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Ban on investments in Chinese military and human rights-linked companies

New rules aim to protect US citizens from unknowingly supporting Chinese companies linked to military activities or human rights abuses. US citizens will be required to divest from such companies to avoid financial penalties and imprisonment. The government will publish a list of prohibited companies to help citizens comply with the new regulations.
Key points
Prohibition on purchasing, selling, or holding securities of listed Chinese companies.
The list of prohibited companies will be publicly available and include entities linked to military, human rights abuses, or forced labor.
US citizens holding such securities will have 180 days to sell them.
Violations can lead to significant financial penalties (up to $250,000 or twice the transaction amount) or imprisonment (up to 20 years).
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Additional Information
PRC Military and Human Rights Capital Markets Sanctions Act of 2025
Print number: S 2048
Sponsor: Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]
Process start date: 2025-06-12
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Ban on investments in Chinese military and human rights-linked companies

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 2048.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibition on purchasing, selling, or holding securities of listed Chinese companies.
  • The list of prohibited companies will be publicly available and include entities linked to military, human rights abuses, or forced labor.
  • US citizens holding such securities will have 180 days to sell them.
  • Violations can lead to significant financial penalties (up to $250,000 or twice the transaction amount) or imprisonment (up to 20 years).

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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